Niall to head Leominster Building Department

LEOMINSTER -- Mayor Dean Mazzarella announced he has hired Peter Niall as the successor to Edward Cataldo to lead the city's Building Department.

"Peter's year's of experience and knowledge will enable him to complete all the traditional tasks of building commissioner," Mazzarella said.

Niall has worked as the city's temporary director the last 60 days, following R. Christopher Noonan, who served as the interim director for about 30 days.

Niall could not be reached for comment Monday evening.

A selection committee unanimously picked Niall from among four finalists, Mazzarella said.

The committee included Mazzarella, Human Resources Director John Harmon, city department heads and building department employees, he said.

"He's an excellent candidate, a wonderful man," Mazzarella said.

Niall has worked as a building commissioner and inspector in Worcester County, including the city of Worcester, since 1998.

Niall owned a carpentry business before going into municipal government, Mazzarella said.

His work during the 60-day interim period allowed city officials to see firsthand Niall's ability to analyze and make decisions on complex building plans, explain the building processes to homeowners, and ensure compliance to regulations during visits to building sites, he said.

Ward 5 City Councilor Richard Marchand said he met with Mazzarella last week and knew there were four finalists but had not heard a decision was made.

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Cataldo was told Sept. 25 that his appointment, which had expired in 2009, would not be renewed, and he was escorted from City Hall.

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